1979 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2009 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2009 GMC Canyon is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Canyon (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1648 kg more than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 GMC Canyon will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 GMC Canyon (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Daihatsu Charmant | 2009 GMC Canyon | |
Make | Daihatsu | GMC |
Model | Charmant | Canyon |
Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 259 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 2478 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2830 mm |